Pharmacist (Part-Time Remote)

Company Description

Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90 licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and soon, Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets.

At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We’re re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we’re looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what’s next.

The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. Together, we’re not only shaping a company, but also building the future of cannabis. At Ayr you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success.

For more information, please visit www.ayrwellness.com.

Job Summary

The Pharmacist will provide patient consultations in a virtual or in-person setting and serve as subject matter expert on cannabis pharmacological knowledge.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual or in-person individual patient consultations to determine the best therapy in conjunction with the recommendations made by patient's physician.
• Verify patient certifications for medication through the PA Department of Health website.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant statutes, regulations, and directives of the PA Medical Marijuana Program
• Protect patient rights by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and maintaining the confidentiality of medical and financial information.
• Remain up to date with company research in connection with the palliative and curative potential of cannabis and its constituent cannabinoid chemicals to enhance the pharmacological understanding and medicinal value of cannabis and its potential to alleviative effects on symptoms and debilitating conditions.
• Understand how different patients or their debilitating illnesses interact with specific cannabis properties, brands, strains, dosages, potencies, and forms of delivery.
• Participate in physician and provider outreach and education programs.

Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania residence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Clinical or research experience a plus.
• Excellent customer / patient service skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, management, patients, governmental agencies, community members and the public.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, personnel law, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives, and standard operating procedures.

Education

• State licensure to practice pharmacy is required.
• BS Pharm degree minimum required (Doctorate/Pharm.D. preferred).

Experience

2+ years' experience working in a customer facing pharmacy setting.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude)

Customer Obsessed – Dedicated to creating a remarkable experience for customers; builds rapport and maintains meaningful and effective relationships creating trustful, authentic connections; viewed as a good listener and is easy to approach and talk to.

Relationship Building - viewed as a truthful individual who shares authentic and constructive feedback in a respectful manner in the spirit of being a force for good; builds mutual respect and trust by listening, learning and acting with compassion to encourage others in discovering their genius; takes responsibility for mistakes and offers impactful solutions; recognizes personal strengths and weaknesses; seeks and openly welcomes feedback for continuous improvement and personal growth.

Direct reports

No direct reports

Physical requirements

•  remote

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

AYR Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.